Getting to know the Chakras

All living things are created by and comprised of energy.  The ability of your energy centers to function optimally is what keeps you mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually balanced.

What are Chakras?

The word ‘chakra’ is derived from the Sanskrit word meaning ‘wheel’, and translated from the Hindi, it means ‘Wheel of spinning Energy’.  Chakras are energy centers within the human body that help to regulate all its processes, from organ function to the immune system and emotions. Chakras are positioned throughout your body, from the base of your spine to the crown of your head. Each chakra has its own vibrational frequency, color, and governs specific functions that help make you, well, human.

There are more than 100 chakras in the human body. The 7 main chakras that are primarily associated with healing are:  

Root - 1st Chakra located at the base of the spine.  Corresponding colors: Red and Black

·        Life Association: Grounding, survival, support, physical well-being ad material manifestation

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance:  Lumbar spine, bowel problems, ankle/knee/hip issues; Depression, insecurity, excessive negativity, addictions

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Sense of abundance, good health and sense of who you are this world; Joy of being alive

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Smokey Quartz, Obsidian, Garnet; Rosemary, Patchouli

 Sacral - 2nd Chakra located at lower abdomen/below the naval. Corresponding Color: Orange

·        Life Association: Emotions, feeling, creativity, sexuality, relating

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance:  Reproductive organ dysfunction, kidney disease, bladder problem, pelvic/lower back pain, abdominal cramps; Low self-esteem, fear of intimacy/being controlled/trust, lack of sexual desire, ruled by emotions

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Friendly, creative, healthy; Self-love and self-expression

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Carnelian, Orange Calcite, Amber; Jasmine, Ylang Ylang  

 Solar Plexus - 3rd Chakra located a few inches above navel. Corresponding Color: Yellow

·        Life Association: Will and personal power, self-esteem, making decisions, personality, energy of transformation

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance: Digestive disorders, pancreas, liver/gall bladder issues; Loss of energy, hyperactive

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Confident; Joy

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Citrine, Topaz; Rosemary, Peppermint, Geranium

 Heart - 4th Chakra located at the center of your chest. Corresponding colors: Green/Pink

·        Life Association: Compassion, empathy, relationships, forgiveness, acceptance, bridging heaven/earth, love for oneself

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance: Heart/lung disease, breast health, immune disorders, chronic fatigue; Trust issues, loss of clarity

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Feeling of giving/receiving love; Love, truth, integrity

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Rose Quartz, Green Jade, Emerald; Rose, Jasmine

 Throat - 5th Chakra located at the center of neck/throat.  Corresponding Color: Blue

·        Life Association: Communication (verbal/nonverbal, self-expression/truth, sense of timing

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance: Thyroid conditions, mouth/ear issues; Frustration, anxiety, shyness, speak too much, not being true to who you truly are

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Ability to listen and speak your truth; Speaking truth from a place of higher consciousness

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Lapis Lazuli, Sodalite; Sandalwood, Frankincense

Third Eye - 6th Chakra located between the eyebrows.  Corresponding Color: Blue/Violet

·        Life Association: Intuition, awareness, self-knowledge

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance: Cognitive impairments, mental health issues, brain tumors, sight/hearing issues, dyslexia, insomnia; Over analytical, memory loss, lack of clarity, rejection of anything spiritual, emotionally reactive/easy to get upset

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Seeing life with clarity, strong intuition/insight, self-awareness, emotional balance; Mindfulness, gratitude

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils: Sapphire, Sodalite, Opal; Lemongrass, Frankincense

 Crown - 7th Chakra located at the top of the head. Corresponding Colors: Violet, White, Gold

·        Life Association: Spirituality, higher consciousness, awareness, understanding

·        Physical/Emotional Imbalance: Paralysis/central nervous system, MS; Depression; excessive egotism, apathy/lack of caring, feeling of isolation/separation

·        Balanced/Emotional Expression: Ability for compassion, going beyond limits of ego, serenity, sense of knowing there is a deeper meaning of life, fulfillment, gratitude

·        Supporting Crystals/Essential oils:  Amethyst, Clear Quartz; Lavender, Valerian

Chakra Balancing (Healing)

We are exposed daily to a number of activities, sources of stress and demands that result in fluctuations in our energy level…some may feel draining…others fulfilling or nourishing.

Most of us have energetic blocks and imbalances as well as energy-sabotaging habits that prevent us from accessing our full vitality, which leads us to feel exhausted, scattered, dull… even ill.

Chakra balancing is the process of restoring a harmonious flow of energy across the chakra system. The effect of well-balanced chakras often translates into a feeling of well- being, relaxation, centeredness, and increased vitality…physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.      

Chakra Balancing (Healing) benefits include:

• Improved overall health and well-being.

• Helps reduce stress and promotes relaxation

• Increased openness, memory, concentration and awareness.

• Heightened creativity and better resourcefulness because of better perception.

• Improved and deeper sleep

• Better control over your emotions and improved patience

• Helps improve clarity of thinking and clarity of emotions

• Helps treat depression and anxiety

• Improves focus and control

• Treats side effects of cancer

Reiki, Crystal Healing, Crystal Reiki Healing, Mindfulness Meditation, Color Therapy, Aromatherapy, are some of the effective ways to tap into the healing potential of your chakra system. All of these different healing modalities combined together help in the treatment of various conditions, and the achievement of overall health and wellness through the balancing of the seven chakras.

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For more information: Watch the “7 Chakras – Meanings & Functions” video to learn more about the meanings and functions of each one of the chakras.